Behind every food pantry and meal program is a story of neighbors helping neighbors. November is already one of the busiest times of year for our local nonprofits — and this year, even more families will be turning to them for help. The Helping Friends and Neighbors Fund at the Community Foundation for Mississippi is now open to ensure these front-line organizations have the resources they need when demand rises.
Donations can be made online here or by mailing a check to 119 S. President Street, First Floor, Jackson, MS 39201. Checks should be made to the Community Foundation for Mississippi with “Helping Friends and Neighbors Fund” in the memo line.
These funds will not replace local relief efforts but rather enhance crisis responses. Because of CFM’s community knowledge and connections, relief donations can adapt to the current needs of communities.
The Helping Friends and Neighbors Fund has helped in other previous disasters, including the Jackson Water Crisis in the summer/fall of 2022.
Local Food Resources (updated November 4, 2025)
If you or someone you know is in need of emergency food assistance, Mississippi Food Network is a great resource. Use their assistance map or call 601-353-7286.
Basket Food Pantry
785 North President Street, Jackson, MS 39201
Phone: 214-679-8846
Distribution: Drive through distribution is every Wednesday at 10 a.m. Each person can get a box twice a month (while resources last). You are encouraged to come early and bring your ID. Food items vary.
The Care Center
103 F. Marshall Rd., Brandon, MS 39047
Phone: 601-829-3501
Distribution: Please call to schedule an appointment. Open Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon.
Cornerstone Church Food Pantry
1950 Hwy 80 E, Pearl, MS 39208
Phone: 601-420-4840
Distribution: Tuesdays from 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Crossgates Baptist Church Food Pantry
8 Crosswoods Rd, Brandon, MS 39042
Phone: 601-825-2561
Distribution: Thursdays from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Ever Reaching Community Outreach
306 Brooks Ave, Pelahatchie, MS 39145
Phone: 601-665-5720
Distribution: Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Thursdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
First Ridgeland Church Food Pantry
302 W Jackson St., Ridgeland, MS 39157
Phone: 601-856-6139
Distribution: Every Monday from 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Jackson Public Schools Supper Meal Program
Bates Elementary, 3180 McDowell Road Extension
Spann Elementary, 1615 Brecon Drive
Walton Elementary, 3200 Bailey Avenue
Blackburn Middle, 1311 West Pearl Street
Kirksey Middle, 5677 Highland Drive
Forest Hill High, 2607 Raymond Road
Jim Hill High, 2185 Coach Fred Harris Street
Lanier Jr. Sr. High, 833 West Maple Street
Phone: 601-960-8935
Meals: Starting Nov. 3, JPS will serve evening meals Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the schools listed above. Supper is free for students (must be eaten on site) and adults can purchase to-go meals for $4.
Jackson Resource Center
1129 Langley Avenue, Jackson, MS 39204
Phone: 769-218-0008
Hours: Lunch is served 11:30 to 12:30 and dinner is served from 4 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Lexington Food Pantry
16979 MS-17, Lexington, MS 39095
Distribution: Lexington Food Pantry distributes food on the last Wednesday of each month from 830-9:45 a.m. while supplies last. Volunteers meet at 8 a.m. and bag food the day before (Tuesday). Next dates: Nov. 17 (bagging), November 18 (distribution), December 16 (bagging) and December 17 (distribution).
Mississippi Urban League/UMMC EversCare Clinic
2548 Livingston Road, Suite 1, Jackson, MS (next to the Jackson Medical Mall)
Phone: 601-815-3535 (Carmen Brocks)
Distribution: Touchless drive-through distribution on the third Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. until supplies run out. This is on the campus of the Jackson Medical Mall in a separate building near Livingston Road. The best way to line up in the monthly food distribution is via the Livingston Road entrance to the Medical Mall’s campus.
Overflow Food Pantry
222 Railroad Avenue East, Magee, MS 39111
Phone: (601) 849-6407
Distribution: Third Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. Eligible for Simpson County residents. Bring photo ID and proof of residency. Arrive early since distribution is limited to those eligible.
Rials Creek Church Food Pantry
185 Rials Creek Road, Mendenhall, MS 39114
Phone: (601) 382-8593 or (601) 382-3106
Distribution: Second Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m.
River City Mission
3705 Washington Street, Vicksburg, MS 39180
Phone: 601-636-6602
Resources: Operates a soup kitchen and food pantry. Meals are served Monday – Friday, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 5-6 p.m. The food pantry serves on an as-needed basis.
The Salvation Army Jackson Corps Food Pantry
110 Presto Lane, Jackson, MS
Phone: 1-800-SAL-ARMY
Distribution: Tuesdays and Thursdays (except holidays) 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm. Serves Rankin, Hinds, Madison, Scott, Yazoo and Copiah county residents. Assistance is limited to once every 90 days.
St. Andrews Mission
104 S. Front Street, McComb, MS 39648
Phone: 601-600-2462
Distribution: The food pantry serves seniors and adults with disabilities in McComb. They work with M.I.C.A. and other organizations to make sure we do not duplicate services so we can reach more people in our community. The food pantry distributes items monthly. Applicants must be approved before the time of distribution. Applications are available at the pantry. Please call (601) 600-2462.
Stewpot Community Services
1100 W. Capital Street, Jackson, MS 39203
Phone: 601-490-8411
Resources: Free lunch Monday – Saturday from 12-1 p.m. and 1-2 p.m. on Sundays. Food bags will be available to Hinds County residents with an appointment.
Trace Ridge Baptist Church Food Pantry
238 Lake Harbour Dr, Ridgeland MS 39157
Phone: 601-856-2529
Distribution: First Tuesday of the month from 5-7 p.m. and third Tuesday from 9-11 a.m.
Turning Point Mission Center
1814 Shady Lane Drive, Jackson, MS 39204
Phone: 601-372-1080
Distribution: Drive-through distribution on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. Drivers are encouraged to come early. Individuals will receive a full bag of food while resources last. Food items vary and may include fresh foods, nonperishable and frozen meats. Mask and ID required.
VA Medical Center Food Pantry
1500 East Woodrow Wilson, Jackson, MS 39216
Phone: 601-364-1391
Distribution: Second Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. while supplies last in November and December. The rest of the year, the pantry is open on the third Saturday of the month.
Voice of Calvary Ministries
1750 Ellis Avenue, Jackson, MS 39204
Phone: 601-371-1427
Distribution: Last Tuesday of every month, starting at 8:30 a.m. (while supplies last).
We Care Community Services Food Pantry
909 Walnut Street, Vicksburg, MS 39183
Phone: 601-415-4852
Distribution: Monday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
We Will Go Ministries
806 N. Farish Street, Jackson, MS 39202
Phone: 601-398-2410
Distribution: Call to make an appointment for pick-up. Food items vary.
Wells United Methodist Church Pantry
2019 Bailey Avenue, Jackson, MS 39213
Phone: 601-353-0658
Distribution: Distribution is every Tuesday from 9 – 10 a.m. Food varies, but may include fresh, nonperishable and frozen food.
This is just a sampling of local food resources and will change over time. Please contact individual nonprofits to ensure information has not changed. Know of a resource not listed? Please email communications@formississippi.org!
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